Avoiding back pain from backpacks
We're talking with Dr. Jocelyn Idema, a spine and orthopedic surgeon, about how to help your kids avoid back pain from those overstuffed backpacks.
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We're talking with Dr. Jocelyn Idema, a spine and orthopedic surgeon, about how to help your kids avoid back pain from those overstuffed backpacks.
We're talking with the thrifty Brittany Newcomb who has some great tips for parents on how to back to school shop on a budget!
PTL's Celina Pompeani visits Shults Ford in Wexford where Bazzy & Bubba's Backpack Brigade are collecting school supplies for The Education Partnership!
Back to school tips presented by Pittsburgh Public Schools.
Kidsburgh Ambassador Yu-Ling Behr stops by to talk about giving kids confidence in the classroom as they head back to school.
PTL's Celina Pompeani visits local mom, Jennifer Poland, who has become a TikTok sensation with the creative school lunches she packs for her kids!
Back to school tips presented by Pittsburgh Public Schools.
The ladies from Happy Lark Home Organizing stop by the studio to give us some tips on how to get the kids and your home organized for back to school time.
Mars Area Middle School teacher Courtney Gallagher is taking us through some tips on how to help kids make those big transitions to middle and high school.
Back to school tips presented by Pittsburgh Public Schools.
Do your kids need a new look for school? PTL's Daisy Jade is at Macy's at South Hills Village with personal stylist Brenna Bolick giving some kids some new looks!
Back to school tips presented by Pittsburgh Public Schools.
PTL's Celina Pompeani Mathison joins our friend Marta Sauret Greca at her home to learn some routine and organizational tips for back to school time.
Back to school tips presented by Pittsburgh Public Schools.
Several changes are being discussed, including distancing, isolation, and others.
Today, restrictions on back-to-school guidance should be released by the CDC. KDKA's Lindsay Ward has the latest.
We're getting ready for Back To School Week on PTL!
Pittsburgh Today Live wants to see your Back to School photos!
Many teachers, school leaders and state legislators have been pushing for tighter cellphone restrictions — but in some instances, they've been met with fierce opposition.
The email blasts are ramping up, offering early sales for back to school shopping on everything crayons to clothes. It may seem early but a family budget expert says you can benefit by starting early.
As COVID-19 cases rise amid the Omicron variant, several universities have changed their Spring 2022 plans.
As many aspects of everyday life continue to change and evolve amid the COVID-19 pandemic, education is one area that is included in that conversation.
As students return to the classroom, one issue has continued - a shortage of bus drivers.
A trip to the school nurse ends differently these days. Some schools are sending children home for sneezes and the sniffles.
A bill that would allow parents in Pennsylvania to exempt their children from wearing a mask at school cleared a state Senate committee on Tuesday as Republican lawmakers started making good on their pledge to counter the governor's statewide mask mandate.
Paige Coffey's remains were found earlier this month in Cleveland, Ohio, nearly seven years after she went missing, officials said.
Duquesne Light leaders are reflecting on the lessons learned from a storm that knocked out power for hundreds of thousands of people a year ago.
A 15-year-old boy in West Virginia caught a record-breaking golden rainbow trout.
Across the country, there's a rise in cases of a seasonal illness that's causing medical professionals to speak out.
All of the furniture used in the NFL draft green room in Pittsburgh went up for sale, and all of the proceeds were for a good cause.
Paige Coffey's remains were found earlier this month in Cleveland, Ohio, nearly seven years after she went missing, officials said.
Duquesne Light leaders are reflecting on the lessons learned from a storm that knocked out power for hundreds of thousands of people a year ago.
A 15-year-old boy in West Virginia caught a record-breaking golden rainbow trout.
Across the country, there's a rise in cases of a seasonal illness that's causing medical professionals to speak out.
All of the furniture used in the NFL draft green room in Pittsburgh went up for sale, and all of the proceeds were for a good cause.
The Pennsylvania House passed two bills about digital identification earlier this week.
As nurses from UPMC Magee Womens Hospital continue to negotiate their first union contract, two of them visited D.C. to fight for their patients.
King Charles attended a state dinner at the White House, after speaking about what he called the "truly unique" relationship between the U.K. and the U.S. in an address to Congress.
Ohio's Republican primary for governor is a few weeks away, but there are few signs that the top candidate sees it as a competitive race.
The suspect was identified to CBS News by law enforcement sources as 31-year-old Cole Allen of Torrance, California.
As the war in Iran continues, the impact is hitting Americans' wallets, especially at the gas pump.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
The rising price of tomatoes is impacting some restaurants around Pittsburgh.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
Pennsylvania Attorney General Dave Sunday is warning sports fans to watch for scams as they buy tickets and merchandise tied to the NBA and NHL playoffs.
Ozzy Lusth may be a legendary Survivor player, but how well does he know the show itself? We put his knowledge to the test!
Ozzy Lusth has outwitted, outplayed, and outlasted so many to become one of the greatest Survivor players of all-time. He sat down with Heather and David to talk about still going for that elusive victory.
When you think of opera, you think of high drama, tragedy, and heartbreak, but Falstaff is a classic story with plenty of mischief, and you can see it right here in Pittsburgh!
12 students from two Pittsburgh area high schools have made a name for themselves in the global problem-solving competition, Odyssey of the Mind, and they came to the PTL studios with a challenge for Heather, David, and Ron!
Skate the Square is coming to the newly renovated Market Square in May, and we react to the brand new Ted Lasso teaser!
After suffering roof damage from this year's brutal winter, a Pittsburgh family says their insurance company has left them with even bigger problems.
The Downtown Neighbors Alliance's board voted Thursday to dissolve the organization.
The federal government will begin the long-awaited cleanup of a nuclear waste dump outside Apollo in Armstrong County.
Short-term rental owners in Washington County could soon face new scrutiny.
Allegheny County Common Pleas Judge Edward Borkowski refused to drop an attempted homicide charge against Jasper Hilliard.
Across the country, there's a rise in cases of a seasonal illness that's causing medical professionals to speak out.
As nurses from UPMC Magee Womens Hospital continue to negotiate their first union contract, two of them visited D.C. to fight for their patients.
A growing number of parents across the U.S. are declining routine preventive care for their newborns. Doctors say the trend is raising concerns.
Shaler Township has installed new AEDs in 10 of its parks.
Health care workers are preparing to care for anyone who will need treatment.
If the Flyers win, they advance to the second round and face the Carolina Hurricanes.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Ray Goss called his first Duquesne basketball game in 1968 and missed only two games during his nearly sixty years with the university.
Alec Burleson and Jordan Walker drove in three runs apiece to lead the St. Louis Cardinals to an 11-7 win over the Pittsburgh Pirates.
The Pittsburgh Steelers are giving themselves a little cover if quarterback Aaron Rodgers plays elsewhere in 2026.
The Atlanta-based railroad said Friday that it earned $547 million, or $2.43 per share, down from $750 million, or $3.31 per share, a year ago.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
North Side business owners were left frustrated after unauthorized NFL draft no-parking signs appeared on Western Avenue.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will stay open after it was sold to a nonprofit.
Musgraves will perform at PPG Paints Arena on Tuesday, September 8.
Jake was at the funeral for one of his closest friends when he learned of his parents' deaths, he said.
Gaffigan announced a continuation of his "Everything Is Wonderful!" Tour and he'll stop in Pittsburgh in November.
Western Pennsylvania natives Bret Michaels and KELS talked about their upcoming free performances at the NFL draft.
Music lovers tired of paying hundreds of dollars to see big-name acts may be getting some relief.
We often talk about people who are worried about the cost of food, but people can also face food insecurity when it comes to feeding their pets. Barry Pintar has more on how one community is trying to solve that problem.
One year ago, a deadly storm left some people in western Pennsylvania without power for a week. Mamie Bah talks to Duquesne Light leaders about what the utility has learned since then.
A watch party for Game 6 between the Pittsburgh Penguins and Philadelphia Flyers is being held in the Steel City.
Stay on top of the weather in the Pittsburgh area with First Alert Meteorologist Ray Petelin's forecast.
Now is the time to voice your thoughts on Allegheny County's proposed property reassessments. Whether you're for or against it, local leaders want to hear from you. Meghan Schiller has more.
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
